- Arnaudville Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 193 students
- Cankton Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 504 students
- Central Middle School — Grades 5–6 · 251 students
- East Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 310 students
- Eunice Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 188 students
- Eunice High School — Grades 9–12 · 606 students
- Eunice Junior High School — Grades 7–8 · 276 students
- Glendale Elementary School — Grades K–4 · 259 students
- Grand Coteau Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 269 students
- Grand Prairie Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 264 students
- Grolee Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 404 students
- Krotz Springs Elementary School — Grades PK–8 · 211 students
- Lawtell Elementary School — Grades PK–8 · 567 students
- Leonville Elementary School — Grades PK–8 · 616 students
- Northeast Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 232 students
- Opelousas Junior High School — Grades 7–8 · 314 students
- Opelousas Senior High School — Grades 9–12 · 698 students
- Palmetto Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 223 students
- Park Vista Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 533 students
- Port Barre Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 427 students
- Port Barre High School — Grades 9–12 · 354 students
- Sunset Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 348 students
- Washington Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 115 students
- Port Barre Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 286 students
- Eunice Career & Technical Education Center — Grades 9–12 · 0 students
- Washington Career & Technical Education Center — Grades 9–12 · 0 students
- Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts — Grades 7–12 · 289 students
- Opelousas Middle School — Grades 5–6 · 132 students
- North Central High School — Grades 7–12 · 220 students
- Beau Chene High School — Grades 9–12 · 767 students
- Houma Junior High School — Grades 7–8 · 673 students
- Evergreen Junior High School — Grades 7–8 · 622 students
- Oaklawn Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 596 students
- Montegut Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 465 students
- Grand Caillou Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 267 students
- Lacache Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 225 students
- Terrebonne High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,346 students
- H. L. Bourgeois High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,289 students
- South Terrebonne High School — Grades 9–12 · 868 students
- Ellender Memorial High School — Grades 9–12 · 819 students
- Mulberry Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 789 students
- Coteau-Bayou Blue Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 627 students
- Broadmoor Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 587 students
- Oakshire Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 576 students
- Lisa Park Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 574 students
- Southdown Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 572 students
- Caldwell Middle School — Grades 4–6 · 341 students
- Legion Park Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 300 students
- Dularge Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 244 students
- School for Exceptional Children — Grades PK–12 · 23 students
| Metric | St. Landry Parish School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 33 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,500/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 4/10 — Below Average | — | Near average |
About St. Landry Parish School District
Zip code 71353 in Melville, Louisiana is served by St. Landry Parish School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades K–12. This page provides a data-driven overview of St. Landry Parish School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at St. Landry Parish School District runs approximately $11,500 annually, placing it near the Louisiana state average of approximately $11,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
St. Landry Parish School District is a very large district with 35 schools serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 12,554 students in total. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 4/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates St. Landry Parish School District 4 out of 10 — below average among Louisiana public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection. We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Louisiana is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
St. Landry Parish School District carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical Louisiana benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 71353
Children in zip code 71353 are assigned to St. Landry Parish School District for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 71353, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact St. Landry Parish School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Louisiana districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Melville
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because St. Landry Parish School District serves zip code 71353, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 71353. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Louisiana, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support St. Landry Parish School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 71353.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with St. Landry Parish School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 71353 data.